Luis Abor Simon Whit Frasier Labad Vagner Jean Chef to Canada [clears throat] Governor General Minist As Elder Verna McGregor just reminded us, this place holds history as part of the traditional unseated territories of the Algangquin Anesnab. Ag peoples through time immemorial. As the start of the RTO Canal which transformed commerce during the 19th century. as the place where Canadian soldiers embarked for the battlefields of World War I, including Vimei Ridge, where many felt that Canada first became an independent nation as the train station where Sir Winston Churchill arrived to rally Allied support when the outcome of the Second World War hung. in the balance as a building where Canada's first ministers gathered for negotiations that led to the repatriation of our constitution, the establishment of our charter of rights and freedoms and the enshrinement of indigenous rights within it. Canada leadership examiner Throughout Canada's history, whenever the world's fortunes were threatened, Canadians have chosen to step up and assert ourselves as a sovereign, ambitious, and compassionate nation. We are once again living through one of those hinge moments of history. Which is why a year ago his majesty King Charles came here to open parliament. Which is why respect for our institutions is vital. Which is why we are each called to share each other's perspectives and work for our common good. O Canada. Luen General Canada [applause] [applause] conductor not constitution. Majesty. The Governor General is the guardian of our constitutional order, a symbol of unity, and above all, a steward of our commitment to peace, order, and good government. Canadians entrust the Governor General to defend our institutions, to uphold our core values of liberty, fairness, solidarity, and sustainability, to represent our ambition to build a stronger, fairer country for all. These duties call for sound judgment, deep learning, and an unwavering commitment to the rule of law. The very principles on which our new governor general, her excellency Louise Arbor has built her exceptional career. Canada exort system. referee. At every stage of her distinguished career, Her Excellency Louise Arbor has defended and promoted justice, dignity, and equality. in the HEG where her work held the most powerful to account. At the United Nations, when she defended the most vulnerable, in Canada, where across academia, in our highest courts, and in public service, she upheld justice for all. Parliament. Dignity. the factor. They consider the commodity. have failed to mend. The Governor General is the steward of the values we cherish, of the democracy that we celebrate, of the constitution that protects our freedoms and the institutions that promote them. In fulfilling these tasks, her excellency will represent the best of Canada to Canadians and to the world. A Canada that is a bastion of justice, security, and prosperity for all. A Canada that is a beacon to a world at sea. A Canada that is cleareyed about the challenges that we face and steadfast in the values we uphold. A Canada that is not just strong but good. A Canada that is not just prosperous but fair. for excellence. the union governor general to Canada Lo. [applause]